Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.
PLAY
Rank in Stocks
#15050
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. oversees and manages hospitality and... Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. oversees and manages hospitality and amusement establishments designed for both adults and families throughout North America. These locations present guests with a varied menu featuring main courses and appetizers, complemented by a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Furthermore, they boast an array of entertainment offerings, centered around video games, live sports broadcasts, and other televised events. The company exclusively operates these venues under the well-known Dave & Buster's brand. As of January 30, 2022, its portfolio included 144 individual sites spread across 40 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and one Canadian province. Founded in 1982, the firm's corporate headquarters are situated in Coppell, Texas.
Share Price
$8.19
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$285.26M
Change (1 day)
4.87%
Change (1 year)
-42.61%
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Category
Consumer Cyclical
Operating Margin for Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 2.88%
According to Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 2.88%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 10.33%.
Operating Margin history for Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. from 2010 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 2.88% | -72.12% |
| 2025 | 10.33% | -25.68% |
| 2024 | 13.90% | 4.04% |
| 2023 | 13.36% | -6.90% |
| 2022 | 14.35% | -124.80% |
| 2021 | -57.87% | -629.46% |
| 2020 | 10.93% | -14.07% |
| 2019 | 12.72% | -12.52% |
| 2018 | 14.54% | -2.87% |
| 2017 | 14.97% | 17.97% |
| 2016 | 12.69% | 28.31% |
| 2015 | 9.89% | 23.16% |
| 2014 | 8.03% | 11.68% |
| 2013 | 7.19% | 13.95% |
| 2012 | 6.31% | 49.53% |
| 2011 | 4.22% | 0.48% |
| 2010 | 4.20% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24.24% | -91.58% |
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| 24.32% | -91.56% |
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| 15.01% | -94.79% |
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| 44.96% | -84.39% |
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| 12.41% | -95.69% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin
What is Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin is 2.88%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin was 10.33%, compared with 13.90% in 2024.
How has Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2022 (14.35%) and lowest in 2021 (-57.87%).
How does Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.'s operating margin (2.88%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Pop Mart International Group Limited, with 44.96%.